{3 Ingredient} Italian Braised Pork Chops
I was poking around over on food.com the other night and I saw a 3 ingredient recipe for Italian Braised Pork Chops. It looked so simple, I figured there was no way it could be good. I quickly scanned the reviews expecting it to get flamed and couldn’t believe how much people liked it. I had to try it out myself. Well, I am the first to admit when I am wrong, and boy was I wrong. I could not get over the flavor these pork chops had. The trick is the LONG cooking time. The chops get so tender and absorb so much flavor. It is simple though, because you don’t have to babysit them a whole lot. They are pretty hands off the majority of the cooking time. I ended up topping them with a little shredded parmesan and fresh basil to make them pretty for the picture, but that is completely optional. They were delicious without it!!!
3 Ingredient Italian Braised Pork Chops
Ingredients
4 boneless pork chops
salt and pepper
2 Tbsp oil
1 can Italian Style Diced Tomatoes
*optional topping of parmesan & fresh basil
Directions
In a heavy skillet or dutch oven, heat oil over medium high heat. Season pork chops with salt & pepper liberally. Brown on both sides for 3 minutes. Add diced tomatoes with juice. Cover and simmer on low for 2 hours. Remove lid and raise heat to medium/low and cook uncovered for 30 minutes or until the liquid is reduced and sauce is thickened slightly. Top with parmesan and basil if desired.
